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Lou Jimenez2025-11-26 18:01:072025-11-26 22:35:44A Growing City, a Shrinking Fire Department: Bethlehem Deserves Better
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Mike Bullis2025-03-31 19:19:022025-03-31 19:20:083-alarm fire in Bethlehem displaces residents, injures 2 firefighters
Bethlehem Firefighters IAFF Local 735 is dedicated to improving the safety, working conditions, and overall well-being of our members. We are committed to advocating for fair wages, hour, and benefits, while promoting unity and collective bargaining rights at all levels. Our mission includes fosteringstrong relationships amoung our members and enhancing the public’s understanding of the vital role we play in protecting our comminity. Together, we strive to ensure the highest of standards of service and saftey for both our firefighters and the citizens we proudly serve.
Local 735 serves four platoons on a rotating schedule: two 9-hour day shifts followed by two 15-hour night shifts, then four days off. Union members attend meetings while off-duty to stay involved and informed. We’re also proud to support our community through public events, charitable drives, and local outreach efforts.
Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, is a city rich in history and cultural significance. Covering an area of approximately 19 square miles, and it is home to a diverse population. One of Bethlehem’s most notable events is Musikfest, the nation’s largest free, non-gated music festival. In 2023, Musikfest celebrated its 40th anniversary with a record-breaking attendance of 1,330,000 people, featuring over 450 performers from 26 states and eight countries.
Emergency Medical Services (EMS) is a critical component of public safety—when seconds count, our community depends on a rapid, skilled response. Since 2007, all members of our department have been required to hold EMT certification in order to meet Quick Response Service (QRS) standards.
While our firefighters do not staff ambulances directly, we support EMS operations in other essential ways. Ambulances are housed at Stations 1 and 6, and our personnel are responsible for driving these units to the hospital when needed. This integration was designed to expand coverage across a broader area of the city, enhancing service availability for residents.
At this time, paramedics are not represented under IAFF Local 735.
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As we (hopefully) stare down the last significant snowstorm of this season, here are some key things to remember:
Stay Home (if you can!) - If you don't need to put yourself at risk, please don't! Your safety is our Number 1!!
Please Shovel Around Hydrants Near You - If you have a fire hydrant in front of or near your house, and you are able, please help us help you! Every second matters when it comes to us getting a water supply when we need it to help you. Please clear approximately 2-3 feet around hydrants if you can, we greatly appreciate it!
Check on your Neighbors - Especially if you have neighbors that aren't well or are elderly, please keep an eye out for them!
A little help goes a long way! Let's all work together and get through this storm as a community. Stay Safe and Be Well!
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FILL THE BOOT FOR BOBBY EVENT AT PINTS AND PIES IN WILSON
Earlier today, while operating at a multiple alarm fire in the City of Easton, Wilson Borough Local 1914 President Lt. Bobby Lewullis sustained injuries and is currently hospitalized. In addition to serving his community and Local he served our country honorably in the United States Marine Corps.
A “Fill the Boot for Bobby” event is being hosted on Friday, February 27, 2026, from 1100–2000 hours at Pints & Pies, located at 2049 Northampton Street, Wilson, PA 18042. Pints & Pies has generously committed to donating 20% of the day’s sales to support Bobby and his family. In addition, the boot will be passed throughout the event to raise additional funds.
If you are able, please consider stopping by, bringing your family, and showing your support for Brother Lewullis.#IAFF #PPFFA 🚒🇺🇸 ... See MoreSee Less
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Local 735 sends our thoughts and prayers to the injured brother and his family and his fire department family. Everyday firefighters run into danger when called upon, it’s the oath we take and the people we are. Wishing you a speedy and healthy recovery. #IAFF #PPFFA #staffingmatters🚒🇺🇸 ... See MoreSee Less
Easton Fire Chief: 'Say a prayer' for firefighter injured in major 3-alarm fire; power back on
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A three-alarm fire at the Hotel Hampton in downtown Easton left one firefighter injured and 3,500 people without power Friday.9 CommentsComment on Facebook
‼️Safe Corners = Safer Community‼️
A job well done to Girl Scout Troop 82008 from Bethlehem for an incredible presentation at tonight’s City Council meeting! 👏
Their Safe Corners PSA highlights how important it is to keep intersections clear of snow and debris so pedestrians can move about safely. Accessibility at corners truly makes a difference to our pedestrians!
Be sure to watch their PSA and help spread the word!
And while you’re clearing those corners, don’t forget about the fire hydrants in your neighborhood…please shovel at least three feet around them. Quick access saves valuable time in an emergency.
Great job, Troop 82008! ❄️🚒
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Many thanks to our neighbors at Allentown Fire Department- Engine 4 and 9 Allentown Fire Department - Engine 13 and Nancy Run Fire Company for the assist and aid throughout the day today. Your effort side by side with our members made all the difference. #staffingmatters 🚒🇺🇸 ... See MoreSee Less
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**2ND ALARM**
**SECOND WORKING FIRE - 1900 BLOCK HART STREET**
Please avoid this area as apparatus reposition from across the city and other units/call-out personnel respond in.
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***UPGRADED TO 3RD ALARM***
**2nd Alarm - Working Fire**
For everyone's safety, please avoid areas around the 1400 Block of East 5th Street while our 1st Platoon works the fire scene.
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4th Platoon answered the call again tonight, suppressing a fully involved detached garage fire that went 2nd Alarm. Great work brothers and huge thanks to our BPD for the traffic control to get our incoming apparatus to the scene.
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